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Imagine that you and your friends are scientists. To start with you have been given a task that requires you to identify the importance of soil on earth. Identify the correct statement(s) from the following.

Statement 1: Soil is essential for agriculture.
Statement 2: Soil supports the growth of plants.
Statement 3: Soil provides water and nutrients to the plants.

A

Only statement 1 is correct.

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Statement 2 is correct and Statement 3 is wrong.

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C

Only Statement 3 is wrong.

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D

All three statements are correct.

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Solution

The correct option is D

All three statements are correct.


The soil is the mixture of minerals, organic matter, gases, liquids, and the countless organisms that together support life on Earth. It supports the growth of plants by holding the roots firmly and supplying water and nutrients. It is the home for many organisms. Soil is essential for agriculture. Agriculture provides food, clothing, and shelter for all. Soil supports the growth of plants by providing them water and nutrients and hence it is essential for agriculture. Thus, all three statements are correct.

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